Bear Lake Road from Estes Park
Colorado, united-states
11.7km 482m 4.1%
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Bear Lake Road from Estes Park
Colorado, united-states
The Bear rises 11.7km through alpine terrain above the treeline, gaining 482m to 2,886m. Averaging 4.1%, the road kicks to 7.8% at its steepest — a notable steepening that demands respect. The 4 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. The summit at 2,886m sits above the treeline, where the air thins and the views extend to distant peaks. Located in Colorado, United-states.
- Summit above 2800m — expect thin air, snow into early summer, and conditions that change fast.
- A false flat around km 4 offers brief respite before the road kicks up again.
Distance
11.7km
Avg Gradient
4.1%
Max Gradient
7.8%
Elevation Gain
482m
Summit
2,886m
Wall Rating
3.6
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